Sheet Pan Chicken Meatballs with Tomatoes and Feta
The ultimate comfort food, Sheet Pan Chicken Meatballs with Tomatoes and Feta combines juicy meatballs and roasted veggies for an easy weeknight dinner. Bursting with flavor, this dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to please your family!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Chef's Knife
- Frying Pan
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- kosher to taste salt and pepper
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cups whole cherry tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups sliced sweet peppers
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
- kosher to taste salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried dill, and dried oregano. Add a generous pinch of kosher salt and pepper.
- Crack in one large egg, and add crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley. Gently mix everything together until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1.5 inch meatballs and set aside.
- On a large baking sheet, add whole cherry tomatoes, sliced sweet peppers, and thinly sliced shallot. Drizzle with olive oil and season with kosher salt and pepper and garlic powder.
- Toss the vegetables well to ensure they're coated.
- Nestle the meatballs among the vegetables on the baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes. Flip the meatballs and roast for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Top with fresh parsley and feta cheese when the pan comes out of the oven.
- Serve warm alongside rice, in pita, or on their own.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the cooked meatballs for up to two months. Thaw them in the fridge before reheating.
- Pairing: Serve with rice, pita, or a fresh salad.
- Meal prep: This dish is great for meal prep; make a double batch to enjoy throughout the week.
- Cooking tip: Use a meat thermometer to check that the meatballs are cooked through.